We are Africa’s first poultry-focused supply chain platform using technology to boost local poultry production and supply chain by facilitating farmers’ access to guaranteed market, finance, quality input, advisory, and production services, for poultry farmers in Africa.
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As a Sales Officer at Pullus Africa, your primary responsibility will be to drive sales and revenue growth by identifying and pursuing new customers, nurturing existing client relationships and ensuring excellent service delivery.
You will be actively involved in sales outreach, market analysis, product presentations and closing deals.
You will collaborate closely with the inventory and purchase teams to ensure that the company's poultry products and services meet the needs of clients in the agricultural sector, particularly smallholder farmers, commercial poultry producers and other industry stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute effective sales strategies to achieve company sales targets and objectives.
Identify and pursue new sales opportunities across various sectors within the agricultural industry.
Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customers to ensure continued business and satisfaction.
Conduct market research to understand customer needs, industry trends, and competitor activities.
Present and promote the company’s products and services to potential clients, highlighting their value and benefits.
Create and deliver sales proposals, quotations, and contracts to prospective clients.
Conduct regular follow-ups with clients to close deals and achieve sales quotas.
Ensure accurate and up-to-date records of all sales activities, customer interactions and transactions.
Attend industry events, conferences, and trade shows to generate leads and expand the client base.
Collaborate with the marketing team to develop sales materials and promotional campaigns.
Monitor client satisfaction and resolve any concerns to maintain strong relationships.
Provide feedback on customer preferences, challenges and demands to inform product development and service improvements.
Ensure compliance with all company sales policies, procedures and guidelines.
Report regularly on sales performance, key metrics, and pipeline activities to the sales management team.
Work closely with the customer support and operations teams to ensure smooth delivery of products and services to clients.
Requirements
Minimum 3 years of sales experience in the agricultural industry or related sectors.
Bachelor's Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or any related field.
Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets and develop lasting customer relationships.
Ability to identify and understand customer needs and provide appropriate solutions.
Solid understanding of market research and sales strategies.
As a Communications officer at Pullus Africa, your primary responsibility will be to build and promote the company's brand image, increase visibility and support business growth through strategic marketing and effective communication.
You will play a vital role in planning and executing marketing campaigns, managing digital content and coordinating with internal teams to ensure consistency in messaging.
You will also develop materials that support sales efforts and engage various stakeholders in the agricultural sector, particularly smallholder farmers, commercial poultry producers and related organizations.
Responsibilities
Devise and execute comprehensive communication plans aligned with organisational goals.
Create strategies to enhance the organisation's public image and brand.
Produce engaging and effective content for various communication channels, including press releases, newsletters, social media,speeches and the organization's website.
Manage and update content on digital platforms to ensure accuracy and relevance.
Build and maintain positive relationships with media outlets, journalists and influencers.
Gather customer and industry feedback to refine marketing messages and strategies.
Handle media inquiries and arrange interviews, press conferences and other events.
Develop and implement internal communication strategies to ensure effective information flow within the organization.
Create and distribute internal newsletters, memos and updates.
Act as a spokesperson during times of crisis, providing accurate and timely.information to the media and the public.
Coordinate and execute communication strategies for events, conferences and other organizational activities.
Ensure effective promotion and coverage of events.
Oversee and manage the organization's social media accounts.
Create engaging content and monitor social media trends.
Work closely with marketing, HR, and other teams on communication initiatives.
Creates timely reports for all communication campaigns.
Prepare and manage the organization’s budget regarding communication.
Conduct surveys or contact people of the target audience to understand their views.
Ensure that all marketing and communications material align with the brand’s standards.
Maintain digital media archives (photos, videos).
Assist Customer Service when necessary.
Any other duty assigned by the Organisation.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in marketing, communications, or a related role—preferably within the agricultural or agri-tech industry.
Proven experience developing and executing successful marketing campaigns.
Strong writing, editing and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in digital marketing tools, social media platforms and content management systems.
Graphic design or multimedia skills are an added advantage.
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of the poultry industry or agricultural sector is a plus.
Creativity, attention to detail and strong organizational skills.